Sermons on Luke 4:17:

Embracing Grace

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 2, 2022

The vast majority of people do not "accept" Christ (Luke 4:24) but refuse the "favor" (grace) He offers (v. 19). God has sent Christ to offer His grace. We must embrace the grace offered in Christ. Luke shows us how.

There’s a key word in this passage that I would like to point out. It is not obvious in the English, so it’s a bit tricky. But the word ‘favor’ in verse 19 and the word ‘acceptable’ in verse 24 render the same Greek word, which is dektos. In fact, in the King James Version it is translated ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In Search Of Freedom

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jul 6, 2025

So, what is freedom, or liberty, exactly? How can we get it? Well first, I think it’s important to know that…

245 years ago, on July 4th, 1776, in Boston, Massachusetts, our forefathers signed the declaration of Independence from Great Britain. Now, there were a great many reasons why our fathers rebelled against the crown. It can’t be boiled down to just one or two things, but it was the age of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:17-21, John 8:31-32, John 8:36

Denomination: Methodist

God’s Promises Through His Savior Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 13, 2025

God's promises of protection, provision, and upholding a covenant with His people are a wonderful focal point for the Christian today. However, these ALL come with a catch and that catch is: The only way to benefit from any of this is to receive the promise yourself!

Isaiah, Part 25 God’s Promises through His Savior Isaiah 61:1-11; Luke 4:17-21 Dismiss kids for Children’s Church and Nursery (9 and under) - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are so glad you’ve come to worship today - Continuing our series in Isaiah: we’ll unpack Ch 61 today and 62 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11, Luke 4:14-21, Colossians 2:9, Romans 14:17, John 14:6, Matthew 7:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Parables One Message Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach foundational truth that are designed to challenge, encourage and, most importantly, flame the fire of hunger in the Christian who wants to learn more about who they have become in Christ Jesus.

Three Parables, One Message (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 4:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Year Of Jubilee PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explore the concept of the Year of Jubilee as a divine principle of freedom, restoration, and renewal that still holds relevance for us today.

Hey there, Church family! It's so wonderful to see all of you here today. We're about to dive into a very special topic, one that's full of hope and promise – The Year of Jubilee. We'll be looking at this from three angles: A Time of Freedom, A Time of Restoration, and A Time of Renewal. This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:17-19

Topics: Jubilee, Lord

Offended By Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

Good morning, church family! Today we’re going to dive into a portion of Scripture that I believe is going to challenge us, encourage us, and maybe even shake us up a bit. We're going to take a look at Luke 4:14-30. In these verses, we see Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, teaching in the synagogues ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Topics: Grace, Offensive

Our Message Is Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores overcoming temptations, utilizing the Holy Spirit's power, and our responsibility to proclaim Christ, as exemplified by Jesus in Luke 4:14-21.

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, let us find comfort in the shared fellowship of our faith, the unity of our purpose, and the shared hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, handpicked by God, has a unique purpose in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Topics: Temptations, Dealing